Bauer's dangerous actions resulted in a $60,000 fine for second-degree serious offense and verbal abuse.

April 16 - The NBA officially announced the penalty results: LaMelo Ball was fined a total of $60,000 for dangerous actions during the play-in game and inappropriate remarks after the game, but will not face a suspension.

In a previous play-in game between the Charlotte Hornets and the Miami Heat, Lonzo Ball tripped Bam Adebayo during a fall in the second quarter , causing Adebayo to suffer an ankle injury and leave the game early. The league reviewed the incident and determined the action to be " unnecessary and reckless , " upgrading it to a Flagrant Foul 2.

However, the league also confirmed that the behavior did not meet the criteria for a suspension, and only imposed a $ 35,000 fine on him. In addition, Ball was fined an additional $ 25,000 for post-game verbal abuse , bringing the total to $ 60,000 .

Notably, Ball hit the game-winning layup in overtime, helping the Hornets narrowly defeat the Heat 127-126 to advance. After the game, Ball apologized twice, stating that he was hit in the head and momentarily lost his sense of direction, and that he would check on Adebayo's injury.

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